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Here's what's happening in and around Worcester today
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
+Noon: Worcester restaurant closes temporarily because of vendor's positive test
+Noon: '[W]ear these things religiously for 30 days, we could kill the virus,'' Gov. Charlie Baker says
-Worcester restaurants say early closing time, curfew will hurt business - and may not help curb COVID-19
-UMass Memorial again restricting visitors, not allowing any for most COVID patients
-UMass Memorial giving $500 pandemic bonuses
-Worcester medical director Dr. Michael Hirsh says to 'downsize expectations' for family gatherings over the holidays
-Massachusetts reports 923 new cases, 12 additional deaths
-ICYMI: Several landlords, many with properties in Worcester area, agree to pause evictions
-ICYMI: Worcester begins process of moving 'Stop the Spread’ testing indoors, next clinic will be Thursday
-Commute & Travel (brought to you by Fuller RV): Family buys RV, travels country amid pandemic
-Shopping: Here’s how stores are changing Black Friday for the pandemic
Election Day 2020 (Latest Election News)
+6:30: The hardest working man in Worcester on Election Day
+6:30: Early voters fuel highest election turnout in Worcester in 44 years
+6:30: Red tide recedes a bit in Worcester County
+Noon: Joe Biden won these two Central Mass. towns by just one vote
+Noon: Why is it taking so long to count votes in the remaining states?
+Noon: How to talk politics with angry loved ones who disagree with you
-Presidential race too close to call
-Democrats losing paths to Senate control as GOP hangs on
-Mass. voters embrace auto repair question, reject voting reform
-Congressman Jim McGovern elected to 13th term
-Worcester courthouse announces early closure but city’s police chief says no violence expected
-Radio Worcester (13:57): City Manager Ed Augustus talks Election Day and new state Covid restrictions
-Election Night parties, another casualty of COVID
-ICYMI: Clark University experts to hold public Zoom forum today to discuss results
In The News
-Latest weather: Amazing stretch of November weather ahead
+6:30: Starting tonight! Plantation St. bridge in Worcester will be one-way for 12 weeks
+6:30: Weekslong investigation yields drugs, firearms, arrest of 10 from Worcester area
+6:30: Man deported from U.S. 4 times is arrested In Worcester
+Noon: Second of 2 "I am Worcester" photo shoots noon-2 p.m. today behind City Hall in Worcester
+Noon: City of Worcester seeks public comment on Green Worcester Strategic Plan
+Noon: Dunkin’ giving away free coffee on Wednesdays in November
-Do you know this man? Worcester police seek to ID suspect in carjacking, armed robbery
-After 2 seasons, Hulu cancels show filmed in and around Worcester
-Worcester woman arraigned on fraud charges
-Man arrested at house party in Clinton with firearm
-Miami group buys Worcester plaza with Price Chopper for $4 million
-Worcester is asked to fly Nipmuc Nation flag outside City Hall permanently
-Science LIVE brings virtual labs to area middle school students
-ICYMI: T&G's lawsuit against Worcester for police disciplinary records goes to court
-Bars & Bands (brought to you by Wachusett Wine & Spirits): The Mayor’s Live Music & Live Streaming List by Jay Berman
-The Burbs (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Shrewsbury group asking for gifts for seniors
-Cars: The whole team at Bertera Nissan looks forward to serving you
-Acclaimed young Russian pianist featured in Music Worcester concert
-CMS touts lower premiums and benefits of Medicare Advantage plans this year
-Good news (brought to you by Bertera Nissan): 15-year-old from Florida saves neighbor, his dog from house fire
-Meanwhile, in Wisconsin, trooper stops driver with snowmobile on top of car
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In The News
>WEATHER: Mark Rosenthal's 7-day forecast (:35). High of 84 today in Worcester
>TOP OF THE NEWS
+4:00: UMass Memorial increases planned Community Healthlink layoffs to 231
+Noon: Former UMass Medical School student and cancer survivor in seventh Pan-Mass Challenge (2:53)
+Noon: UMass Memorial Health opens convenient new family medicine facility at White City
-Worcester city manager nixes Research Bureau bid for police civilian review board
-Another pedestrian crash in Worcester renews push for safety improvements
-Phantom Gourmet visits Worcester restaurant (4:59)
-Massport announces record year for Worcester Regional Airport
-City backs 4 affordable housing developments
-UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center lands on Newsweek’s national hospital list
-Shirley company uses renewable energy to roast coffee (4:36)
-T&G This Week: It's a WoMag takeover!
>DINING OUT: Table Hoppin': Sip makes West African beverages available
-Worcester restaurant selling new merch
-ICYMI: Restaurant Depot looks to be first business at GreenTech Park, former Saint-Gobain site in Greendale
-6 months after Uxbridge Officer Stephen LaPorta killed on Route 146, no charges filed
-Waiver allows ex-Worcester schools chief to collect pension while working
-Vacant Bowker House above Main Street in Worcester? It's a dream house, soon enough
-Worcester board OKs new shopping plaza with Mediterranean and brunch restaurants
-See the rest of the day's Worcester news
>HOLDEN (brought to you by Lamoureux Ford): Bagel Inn reopening today
-This week's road closures and traffic delays
-Russ Parker from Holden loves Lamoureux Ford (3:04)
-Holden police introduce newest officer
>THE BURBS (brought to you by North End Motor Sales): Missing Warren man with dementia found dead after 11-day search
-Worcester County Wonders: Westminster's most iconic company
-Whitney Pond Dam, deemed "significant hazard," removed in Ashburnham
-Westborough High principal leaving for new job in neighboring district
-Dudley Recreation Commission awarded $2,400 to support community events
>BARS & BANDS: The Mayor's Live Music List for Monday
>SHOWTIME: Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS and Shakira divide World Cup audience
-Pianist Alley May Coté Dorgan to perform benefit concert for Community Cat Connection
-WCCA-TV's Video Jam Country No. 244 (59:58): American Blonde, John Carter Cash and more
>OPINION: Hank Naughton: Utility curbs wrong move to cut energy costs
-Unity Radio's Unity in the Community (57:37): Main South Business Association
-Radio Worcester Roundtable (48:35): Worcester tobacco rules, express rail, downtown mall, diners & roundabouts
>OBITUARIES: Tribute to woman who was an I.C.U. nurse for over 40 years
>SPORTS: Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina, 1-0
-Robert Kraft breaks silence on Mike Vrabel's troublesome offseason
-Red Sox beat Rays, 6-1, for 13th straight win
-Bravehearts beat New Britain, 11-1
-Win WooSox tickets courtesy of North End Motor Sales
-WooSox fall to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, 5-4
>NATIONAL: U.S. bombing of Iran expands as Tehran retaliates against the Gulf states
-Hero cops stop mass shooting that left 9 people critically wounded
-Tragic: Father drowned while trying to save family from river
>NEW ENGLAND: Looking ahead to the Lindsay Clancy trial (4:18)
-Matt Damon says he’s making a Karen Read movie
>COLLEGES: WPI Podcast, Episode 39 (35:21): The A.I. Connector: Social and Data Sciences | Rob Krueger
>TRAVEL (brought to you by Fuller RV & Rental): What is a pillow menu and which hotels have one?
-Disneyland fans furious after park raises prices on food and drinks
>BUSINESS: Central Mass. business by the numbers
-Radio Worcester (8:46): Recognizing the signs of elder financial abuse could prevent a devastating scam
>SHOPPING: Panasonic toaster ovens recalled for shock, fire risk
>HEALTH: How to navigate health insurance prior authorization (2:12)
-What is cyclosporiasis and how can you avoid catching it?
>FOOD: Tiffany’s homestyle breakfast bake
>TV/STREAMING: Matt Damon movies on streaming to watch if you didn’t get tickets to "The Odyssey"
>MOVIES: "The Odyssey" seizes $124 million opening in box office triumph
>CELEBRITY: TIME100 Sports Gala red carpet: LeBron James, Ciara, Lindsey Vonn and more
-Julia Garner and husband Mark Foster separate after 6 years of marriage
>ANIMALS: Everyone walked past this sick cat until 1 woman stopped (5:06)
>HISTORY: Cape Cod’s "Texas Tower" was a stark reminder of the Cold War
>GOOD NEWS: Tartan Army members help Mass. girls raise money for kids with epilepsy (2:11)
-Meanwhile, in Alaska, bear enters mall on military base, poops on floor
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